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10 Day Fly-in Safari Kenya & Uganda Samburu Masai Mara & Bwindi Gorillas; It is easy to combine Kenya with Uganda. This trip idea combines two of Kenya’s top safari destinations with Uganda’s best destination for gorilla trekking – Bwindi Forest National Park.
The trip begins with a flight to Kalama Conservancy, on the border of Samburu National Reserve with 200 000 acres of unspoilt wilderness for you to explore. Built into and around a giant volcanic rock face with unbelievable views Saruni Samburu luxury lodge is a breath-taking property with spectacular views over the Northern Frontier District and Mount Kenya.
Go on morning and evening game drives to look for classic African animals in three of the surrounding reserves. Spend the afternoon at the river with a picnic or walk with Samburu warriors and explore the Kalama mountains and rock art on foot. And after the day’s programme, relax and revive at the spa overlooking the Kalama Conservancy or take a dip in one of the two swimming pools, which have amazing views.
From the Samburu, fly to the Masai Mara for three nights at Saruni Mara luxury lodge or Saruni Wild Tented Camp. Both camps are tucked away in private Conservancies (Mara North Conservancy and Lemek Conservancy) bordering the Mara. Here, you can encounter the huge variety of game virtually uninterrupted by other vehicles in the immense quietness and emptiness of this secret corner of the reserve.
The Bwindi Forest is the best place in Uganda to go gorilla trekking and although it may take hours, or even the whole day, the daily success rate for sightings is around 90 percent. Once you locate a habituated family group, you will spend roughly an hour observing quietly from a respectful distance.
We stay for three nights at Bwindi eco-lodge, a luxury accommodation that overlooks the forest canopy of Uganda’s beautiful Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Aside from gorilla trekking enjoy other activities such as guided rainforest walks, or cultural activities such as tea tasting, community visits, and learning the traditional practices of the Batwa people.
Safari Itinerary in Summary
Day 1: Nairobi – Fly to Kalama Wildlife Conservancy (Samburu). Overnight at Saruni Samburu Luxury Lodge
Day 2: Explore Samburu Game Reserve. Overnight at Saruni Samburu Luxury Lodge
Day 3: Explore Samburu Game Reserve. Overnight at Saruni Samburu Luxury Lodge
Day 4: Samburu – Fly to Masai Mara Game Reserve. Overnight at Saruni Mara luxury lodge or Saruni Wild Tented Camp
Day 5: Explore Masai Mara Game Reserve. Overnight at Saruni Mara luxury lodge or Saruni Wild Tented Camp
Day 6: Explore Masai Mara Game Reserve. Overnight at Saruni Mara luxury lodge or Saruni Wild Tented Camp
Day 7: Masai Mara – Fly to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Uganda. Overnight at Bwindi Lodge
Day 8: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Uganda. Overnight at Bwindi Lodge
Day 9: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Activities. Overnight at Bwindi Lodge
Day 10: Bwindi – Fly to Entebbe – Depart
Safari Itinerary in Detail
Day 1: Nairobi – Fly to Kalama Wildlife Conservancy (Samburu)
After breakfast at your hotel/ residence in Nairobi, an African Spice Safaris driver guide will transfer you to Wilson Airport for your flight to Samburu. Upon arrival in Samburu an hour later, your Saruni Samburu luxury lodge guide will meet you and transfer you to the lodge with a game drive en-route.
In the afternoon enjoy a game drive on Kalama Conservancy exploring over 200,000 acres of pristine wilderness in total privacy and sundowners with a breathtaking view.
Overnight Accommodation: Saruni Samburu Luxury Lodge
Meal Plan: {Lunch & Dinner}
Day 2: Explore Kalama Wildlife Conservancy (Samburu)
Early morning game drive into Samburu National Reserve to seek out the ‘Samburu Special Five’: the reticulated giraffe, the Grevy zebra, the beisa oryx, the Somali ostrich and the gerenuk, all rare species that occur only in this part of the country, and look for its well-known larger wildlife including elephants, lion and leopard.
Enjoy a picnic lunch before heading back to the lodge to relax for the afternoon. Enjoy a complimentary half hour Back & Neck massage upon arriving back at the lodge at the Samburu Wellbeing Space.
Overnight Accommodation: Saruni Samburu Luxury Lodge
Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 3: Explore Kalama Wildlife Conservancy (Samburu)
Continue to explore the wonders of Samburu with a morning game drive and after lunch possibly head out on a nature walk discovering animals, plants and the caves in the local area with rock paintings, led by your skillful and knowledgeable Samburu guides.
Evening game drive in Kalama Conservancy, the 200,000-acre private wildlife conservancy in which Saruni Samburu is located, ending with a bush dinner under the stars in the middle of the wilderness, and a night drive back to the lodge.
The Samburu warriors dancing, candles and fire under the vast African skies, make this a truly magical experience, and one of the highlights of your stay.
Overnight Accommodation: Saruni Samburu Luxury Lodge
Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 4: Samburu – Fly to Masai Mara Game Reserve
Depart Samburu on your flight in the morning and arrive in the Masai Mara an hour and a half later. Proceed on a game drive with a picnic lunch to enjoy under an acacia tree or by the river next to a pod of hippos.
Or head to Saruni Mara luxury lodge or Saruni Wild Tented Camp for some rest. In the afternoon proceed for a game drive in Mara North Conservancy – over 30,000 acres of plentiful, protected land bordering the Masai Mara National Reserve.
Enjoy a completely different and less-explored corner of the Mara ecosystem in total privacy, brimming with wildlife.
Overnight Accommodation: Saruni Mara luxury lodge or Saruni Wild Tented Camp
Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 5: Explore Masai Mara Game Reserve
A private setting gives you the advantage of game drives in both the conservancy and the main Masai Mara Reserve itself, assuring you of amazing wildlife sightings regardless of season. Early morning game drive to look for the big cats and other predators of the Mara, returning to the camp or lodge for lunch and treatments at the Maasai Wellbeing Space.
In the afternoon, a game drive will take you to a special area where the largest tower of giraffe can be seen, followed by dinner at the lodge or camp and an optional night game drive.
Overnight Accommodation: Saruni Mara luxury lodge or Saruni Wild Tented Camp
Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 6: Explore Masai Mara Game Reserve
Walk through the valleys and plains surrounding Saruni Mara, accompanied by a vehicle, or a game drive up to the top of Kilileoni, the highest mountain in the Serengeti-Masai Mara ecosystem – led by your skillful and knowledgeable Maasai guides.
In the afternoon you will discover more of Mara North and its neighboring conservancies and experience first-hand what makes the Mara one of the most exciting wildernesses in the world.
Weather permitting, experience a bush dinner in the middle of nature under the vast African sky, with Maasai warriors singing and dancing around the fire.
Overnight Accommodation: Saruni Mara luxury lodge or Saruni Wild Tented Camp
Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 7: Masai Mara – Fly to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda
Transfer to the Mara North airstrip for the 08:45 AM Aero Link flight to Entebbe, via Kisumu for immigration clearance. Arrive at Uganda’s Entebbe airport at 11:30 AM where an Aerolink staff member will assist you with the check-in and transfer to your domestic flight to Kihihi departing at 12:00 PM.
Upon arrival at Kihihi, you will be welcomed by your expert guide who will provide knowledge and assistance throughout your journey. Transfer to Bwindi Lodge (approximate transfer time of 2 hours).
Enjoy pre-dinner drinks on the veranda that overlooks the namesake forest with the calls of more than 150 bird species echoing in the distance.
Overnight Accommodation: Bwindi Lodge
Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 8: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Gorilla Trekking
After enjoying an early breakfast, you set off gorilla tracking. Trekking through the steep, densely forested hills and then finally coming across the gorillas camouflaged in the vegetation is an inspiring and privileged moment.
Tracking in the Bwindi forest requires stamina and can often take most of the day.
Overnight Accommodation: Bwindi Lodge
Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 9: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Activities
Today choose from one of the optional activities: Go for a second gorilla trek (additional permits required), take a guided walk in the rainforest, visit a local village and learn about community life.
You can also visit the Bwindi Community Hospital that now provides vital medical and educational services to more than 60,000 people, take a tour of our local tea processing cooperation or discover the traditions of the Batwa Pygmies and learn about the native tribal inhabitants of the forest.
Overnight Accommodation: Bwindi Lodge
Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 10: Bwindi – Fly to Entebbe – Departure
Transfer from Bwindi lodge to the Kihihi airstrip (approximate transfer time of 2 hours). Leave on the 11:30 AM flight to Entebbe and landing at 13:30 PM and connect in time for your international flight back home.
Meal Plan: {Breakfast}
10 Day Fly-in Safari Kenya & Uganda Samburu Masai Mara & Bwindi Prices
10 Day Fly-in Safari Kenya & Uganda Samburu Masai Mara & Bwindi Prices Include;
Saruni Luxury Lodges & Camps include:
All-inclusive accommodation (Full board accommodation including soft drinks, beers, house wines and select non-luxury spirits) + one complimentary Back & Neck massage (30 minutes) per room per stay at our Wellbeing Space + airport assistance + temporary Flying Doctors cover + shared day & night game drives in 4×4 vehicles + guided bush walks + bush meals + sundowner & picnic excursions + limited laundry service + cultural visits transfers + all internal flights and return airstrip transfers & conservation fees & Value Added Taxes
Bwindi Lodge included:
All-inclusive accommodation (Unlimited consumption of all alcoholic and soft drinks except champagne) + laundry services + any activities guests wish to do around Bwindi lodge as per the itinerary + meals as stated on the itinerary + return internal flight (Entebbe – Kihihi – Entebbe) & two gorilla permits and one complimentary massage per room booked
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Double Room (2 Guests) |
Triple Room (3 Guests) |
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Notes
* Rates with children or single occupancy are available upon request
* African Spice Safaris tour team can modify and tailor this itinerary to suit your personal preference
* Baggage allowance on internal flights is 15kg per person, preferably in small, soft bags without wheels
* Seats on the schedule flights are subject to availability at confirmation. Flight times and duration may vary depending on airline and routing, and are subject to change
10 Day Fly-in Safari Kenya & Uganda Samburu Masai Mara & Bwindi Prices Exclude;
* Childcare
* Airfares to Uganda
* International Airfare
* Exclusive use of vehicle
* Additional gorilla permits
* Entry fees to cultural visits
* Cost of obtaining passport and visa
* Gratuity for your staff, guides & guides
* Saruni Lodges additional Wellbeing Space treatments
* Gratuity for Porterage/ waiters at hotels, camps and airports
* Optional Hot Air Ballooning (cost per person is 470 US Dollars)
* Personal expenses such traveling insurance, any payable extra activities, excess baggage fee, communication charges that include, laundry, emails, faxes and phone calls beverages including premium drinks (champagne, luxury spirits and special wines)
